StudenT/Professional Volunteer
Service learning
Student volunteers work with professional volunteers and community partners to plan and implement all aspects of a summer literacy and leadership camp for children.
This program has two components, focusing on child and youth development aspects with a literacy and leadership focus. The two components include Literacy (6 to 11 years old) and leadership (12 to 16 years old specific to gender).
Gain and utilize various skills including lesson planning, classroom management, and workshop and lesson facilitation skills throughout their volunteer placement.
Student volunteers are also responsible for arts and recreational camp activities.
camp power to be
Focus: Literacy and Leadership (6 to 14yrs)
Cost Per Volunteer: $2999 (not including airfare)
Location: Negril, Jamaica
Program Dates: August 2025
Number of Volunteer Positions: 8​​
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WHAT'S INCLUDED?
The Power to Be International charges a program fee that includes:
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Double occupancy accommodation in a modest hotel
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Most daily meals (breakfast, dinner, and lunch at the service site)
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Transportation to and from the airport in the host country
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Transportation to and from the project site daily
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Curriculum and program-based excursions and seminars
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The Power to Be's program orientation and training
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Program materials and uniform (t-shirt)
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Support and assistance while overseas
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Please note: airfare to Jamaica and insurance are not included in the program fees. Volunteers are required to consider this cost in addition to the program fees listed
VOLUNTEERS ARE ENCOURAGED AND SUPPORTED TO FUNDRAISE FOR THE COST OF PARTICIPATION
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DEADLINE TO APPLY: OCT 31st, 2024
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hOW TO APPLY
We seek people who are interested in international development and committed to working with youth in various capacities. Our volunteer and service-learning programs fit a wide variety of interests, career paths and professions.
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FUNDRAISING OPTIONS
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Volunteers interested in fundraising are provided with tools and strategies to actively engage in fundraising to support their participation in international programs.
